Congress Faces COVID Response, Biden Priorities In Early 2021

Congress Faces COVID Response, Biden Priorities In Early 2021

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The video discusses the transition to the 117th Congress, highlighting changes in the Senate and House, including the Georgia runoffs and the influence of Q Anon supporters. It covers the certification of Joe Biden's electoral victory and the Senate's role in confirming his cabinet nominees. The video concludes with the inauguration of Biden and potential legislative priorities, such as a COVID relief package, depending on the outcome of the Georgia Senate races.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event is scheduled for January 5th concerning the Senate?

The certification of Joe Biden's victory

The inauguration of new Senate members

The confirmation of cabinet nominees

The Georgia Senate runoffs

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is expected to retain control of the Speaker's gavel in the new Congress?

Mitch McConnell

Kevin McCarthy

Chuck Schumer

Nancy Pelosi

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the top priority for the new Congress on January 6th?

Confirming cabinet nominees

Addressing the domestic terror threat

Certifying Joe Biden's electoral victory

Passing a new COVID relief package

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which key cabinet positions are mentioned as priorities for Senate confirmation?

Homeland Security Secretary, Labor Secretary, Commerce Secretary

Secretary of State, Attorney General, Defense Secretary

Treasury Secretary, Education Secretary, Health Secretary

Interior Secretary, Energy Secretary, Agriculture Secretary

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legislative priority is Joe Biden expected to focus on after his inauguration?

Tax cuts

Healthcare reform

A second COVID relief package

Immigration reform